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Mark Madden: Mike McCarthy won the press conference, but it’s still a bad hire

Mark Madden: Mike McCarthy won the press conference, but it’s still a bad hire

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‘We have a lot of work to do’: Many Pittsburgh streets still covered in snow

‘We have a lot of work to do’: Many Pittsburgh streets still covered in snow

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Most of PRT’s rail lines disabled by power line collapse

Most of PRT’s rail lines disabled by power line collapse

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Ligonier Township supervisors tell Country Market leaders and landowner to settle their differences

Ligonier Township supervisors tell Country Market leaders and landowner to settle their differences

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Youth advocate who coerced teen into sexual relationship sued in Allegheny County

Youth advocate who coerced teen into sexual relationship sued in Allegheny County

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Several CitiParks senior centers to open as warming centers

Several CitiParks senior centers to open as warming centers

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Man sprays unknown substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar and is tackled at Minneapolis town hallVideo

Meeting set to air concerns about proposed Homer City power plant and data center

Gold buyers and local jewelers adapt to market’s historic price increase

Shapiro calls for end to immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, Noem to be fired

Tim Benz: Mike McCarthy’s first step with Steelers shouldn’t be backward with Aaron RodgersVideo

2 federal officers fired shots during encounter that killed Alex Pretti, DHS tells Congress

Fetterman says Trump should fire Homeland Security’s Kristi Noem

Lower Burrell man charged in Mogie’s shooting declared competent to stand trial

U.S./World

Judge rules Massachusetts offshore wind project halted by Trump administration can continue

Judge rules Massachusetts offshore wind project halted by Trump administration can continue

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Man sprays unknown substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar and is tackled at Minneapolis town hall

Man sprays unknown substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar and is tackled at Minneapolis town hall

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Federal Reserve may keep rates unchanged for months as economy shows signs of health

Federal Reserve may keep rates unchanged for months as economy shows signs of health

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Investigators say deadly midair collision near D.C. followed years of ignored warnings about traffic

Investigators say deadly midair collision near D.C. followed years of ignored warnings about traffic

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Bitter cold grips the eastern U.S. as winter storm deaths rise and power outages linger

Bitter cold grips the eastern U.S. as winter storm deaths rise and power outages linger

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Families of 2 men killed in boat strike sue Trump administration over attack they call ‘unlawful’

Families of 2 men killed in boat strike sue Trump administration over attack they call ‘unlawful’

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Yale to waive all costs for new undergraduates from families earning less than $100,000

South Carolina measles outbreak surpasses Texas’ 2025 total, with little sign of slowing

Shooting involving Border Patrol leaves 1 in critical condition in Arizona

Investigator describes intense air traffic at time of deadly midair collision near D.C.Video

U.S. sending ICE unit to Winter Olympics for security, prompting concern and confusion in Italy

UPS to cut another 30,000 jobs in sweeping cost-savings push

TikTok settles as social media giants face landmark trial over youth addiction claims

‘Doomsday Clock’ moves closer to midnight over threats from nuclear weapons, climate change and AIVideo

Politics

Judge finds Virginia Democrats’ redistricting resolution illegal; new Maryland map advances

Judge finds Virginia Democrats’ redistricting resolution illegal; new Maryland map advances

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Shapiro calls for end to immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, Noem to be fired

Shapiro calls for end to immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, Noem to be fired

6 Min Read | 6 days Ago

U.S. sending ICE unit to Winter Olympics for security, prompting concern and confusion in Italy

U.S. sending ICE unit to Winter Olympics for security, prompting concern and confusion in Italy

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Pittsburgh City Council calls on Pennsylvania’s senators to reject ICE funding

Pittsburgh City Council calls on Pennsylvania’s senators to reject ICE funding

6 Min Read | 6 days Ago

Fetterman says Trump should fire Homeland Security’s Kristi Noem

Fetterman says Trump should fire Homeland Security’s Kristi Noem

6 Min Read | 6 days Ago

Carney rolls his eyes at U.S. Treasury secretary, telling Trump he meant what he said at Davos

Carney rolls his eyes at U.S. Treasury secretary, telling Trump he meant what he said at Davos

6 Min Read | 6 days Ago

Shootings in Minneapolis are upending the politics of immigration in Congress

Minneapolis killing produces backlash against Trump administration from 2nd Amendment advocates

Minnesota GOP gubernatorial candidate Chris Madel drops out, faults Trump immigration policy

In their words: An examination of statements Trump officials made about what led to Pretti’s death

Fetterman calls for end to immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis in wake of killing

Democrats vow to oppose homeland security funding bill. That increases the chance of a shutdown

Trump housing finance chief OKs more mortgage spending and adds risk for government-backed lenders

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new trade deal with China

Health

American Academy of Pediatrics releases childhood vaccine schedule that’s at odds with federal recommendations

American Academy of Pediatrics releases childhood vaccine schedule that’s at odds with federal recommendations

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What to know about breast self-awareness and how it fits into cancer prevention

What to know about breast self-awareness and how it fits into cancer prevention

3 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Hospitals, ambulance services brace for snow set to blanket Western Pa.

Hospitals, ambulance services brace for snow set to blanket Western Pa.

3 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Colorectal cancer leads cancer deaths among younger people for 1st time

Colorectal cancer leads cancer deaths among younger people for 1st time

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Poor insurance reimbursements place Pa. hospitals at risk of closure, report says

Poor insurance reimbursements place Pa. hospitals at risk of closure, report says

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Point Park to expand mental health initiatives, suicide prevention

Point Park to expand mental health initiatives, suicide prevention

3 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

The U.S. is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here’s why that matters

How abortion coverage threatens to prevent a congressional deal on health care subsidies

Staffing is top priority as UPMC Magee-Womens nurses head into 1st contract talks

Pa. gets $193M from federal rural health fund amid warnings it won’t offset Medicaid cuts

Pitt study underscores chance for independence after severe brain injury

The debate that never ends: Washington’s constant health care fight

Trump administration slashes funding for substance abuse and mental health programs nationwide

Cheese recalled in Pa. classified as potentially deadly by FDA

Business

Amazon cuts 16,000 jobs in its latest round of layoffs

Amazon cuts 16,000 jobs in its latest round of layoffs

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Gold buyers and local jewelers adapt to market’s historic price increase

Gold buyers and local jewelers adapt to market’s historic price increase

4 Min Read | 5 days Ago

UPS to cut another 30,000 jobs in sweeping cost-savings push

UPS to cut another 30,000 jobs in sweeping cost-savings push

4 Min Read | 5 days Ago

Design Within Reach opens luxury furniture showroom in Strip District

Design Within Reach opens luxury furniture showroom in Strip District

4 Min Read | 5 days Ago

TikTok settles as social media giants face landmark trial over youth addiction claims

TikTok settles as social media giants face landmark trial over youth addiction claims

4 Min Read | 5 days Ago

UPS retires fleet of MD-11 aircraft involved in deadly Kentucky crash

UPS retires fleet of MD-11 aircraft involved in deadly Kentucky crash

4 Min Read | 5 days Ago

Not ready for robots in homes? The maker of a friendly new humanoid thinks it might change your mind

Americans’ confidence in the U.S. economy falls sharply in January to lowest level since 2014

What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats

8 tips to stop worrying about running out of money in retirement

Paralyzing winter storms put a big chill on the economy, but how much?

European Union opens investigation into Musk’s AI chatbot Grok over sexual deepfakes

Stocks rise as gold hits another record and the dollar’s value sinks again

Largest U.S. grid pushes power plants to secure gas through week

Regional

Most of PRT’s rail lines disabled by power line collapse

Most of PRT’s rail lines disabled by power line collapse

7 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Trump endorses Stacy Garrity in race for Pa. governor

Trump endorses Stacy Garrity in race for Pa. governor

7 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Western Pa. wine, cheesemakers take top honors at 2026 PA Farm Show

Western Pa. wine, cheesemakers take top honors at 2026 PA Farm Show

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Winter storm provides Western Pa. schools a chance to show flexible instruction in action

Winter storm provides Western Pa. schools a chance to show flexible instruction in action

7 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Pittsburgh International Airport still pummeled by storm-related disruptions

Pittsburgh International Airport still pummeled by storm-related disruptions

7 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Morning Roundup: Driver trapped in Robinson crash; man stabbed in Beaver County

Morning Roundup: Driver trapped in Robinson crash; man stabbed in Beaver County

7 Min Read | 4 days Ago

Snow cancels classes, Western Pa. district officials weigh challenges as cold approaches

Proposed PennWest program cuts spark union concerns

Widespread closures include courts, stores, schools

Slammed with snow, Western Pa. braces for deep freeze, dangerous roads and widespread shutdownsVideo

Suicide threat thwarted by State Police at Indiana Regional Medical Center, man in custody

Region preparing for largest snowfall in over a decade, but expected to arrive later than previously forecast

Western Pennsylvania musicians prove age is no barrier to playing liveVideo

Hospitals, ambulance services brace for snow set to blanket Western Pa.

Education

Freeport Area educator appointed to Burrell School Board

Freeport Area educator appointed to Burrell School Board

1 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Winter storm provides Western Pa. schools a chance to show flexible instruction in action

Winter storm provides Western Pa. schools a chance to show flexible instruction in action

1 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

Proposed PennWest program cuts spark union concerns

Proposed PennWest program cuts spark union concerns

1 Min Read | 2 weeks Ago

The Weeknd, Point Park partner to grow creative talent in Pittsburgh

The Weeknd, Point Park partner to grow creative talent in Pittsburgh

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Hempfield Area High School air quality safe from mold, superintendent says

Hempfield Area High School air quality safe from mold, superintendent says

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Leet resident Richard Warburton pens book on dowsing

Leet resident Richard Warburton pens book on dowsing

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Pitt plans new 400-bed dormitory for 1st-year students amid growth

Hempfield Area School Board reopens bidding for $150M high school projectVideo

Community feedback sought for proposed New Kensington-Arnold building realignment

Highlands teachers seal 5-year, early-bird contract

Point Park to expand mental health initiatives, suicide prevention

Plans advance for Chartiers Valley High School renovation project

Greensburg resident, former Hillandale Farms CEO, donates another $53.5M to Pitt

‘Potential deals emerging’ at some closing Penn State campuses, trustee says

Election

Shapiro, Garrity set stage for Pa.’s high-stakes race for governor

Shapiro, Garrity set stage for Pa.’s high-stakes race for governor

1 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Progressive Pa. group targeting Fetterman launches website to get contributions refunded

Progressive Pa. group targeting Fetterman launches website to get contributions refunded

1 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Top ICE official resigns to seek battleground congressional seat in Ohio

Top ICE official resigns to seek battleground congressional seat in Ohio

1 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Judge is asked for emergency hearing after Congress members blocked from ICE facility in Minneapolis

Judge is asked for emergency hearing after Congress members blocked from ICE facility in Minneapolis

1 Min Read | 2 months Ago

Rioter convicted for carrying Pelosi’s podium seeks Florida county office

Rioter convicted for carrying Pelosi’s podium seeks Florida county office

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Josh Shapiro to run for 2nd term as Pa. governor, trailed by talk of a 2028 White House bid

Josh Shapiro to run for 2nd term as Pa. governor, trailed by talk of a 2028 White House bid

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Ohio governor race takes shape as Ramaswamy and Acton pick running mates

Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California dies, reducing GOP’s narrow control of the House to 218-213

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro has $30 million for his reelection bid, a new state record

After quiet off-year elections, Democrats renew worries about Trump interfering in the midterms

At least $18.7M poured into this year’s critical Pa. Supreme Court retention races

MyPillow founder and Trump supporter Mike Lindell says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026

Supreme Court weighs Republican appeal to end limits on party spending in federal elections

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s exit opens room for new political unknown in Georgia

Obituary Stories

Valentino, fashion designer to the jet set, dies at 93 in Rome

Valentino, fashion designer to the jet set, dies at 93 in Rome

3 Min Read | 4 weeks Ago

‘His stories live on through us now’ as Battle of the Bulge soldier dies

‘His stories live on through us now’ as Battle of the Bulge soldier dies

3 Min Read | 4 weeks Ago

Friends pay tribute to Jack Lovey, longtime Aspinwall councilman, firefighter

Friends pay tribute to Jack Lovey, longtime Aspinwall councilman, firefighter

3 Min Read | 4 weeks Ago

Claudette Colvin, who refused to move seats on a bus at start of civil rights movement, dies at 86

Claudette Colvin, who refused to move seats on a bus at start of civil rights movement, dies at 86

3 Min Read | 4 weeks Ago

‘Dilbert’ cartoonist Scott Adams dies at 68

‘Dilbert’ cartoonist Scott Adams dies at 68

3 Min Read | 4 weeks Ago

Former New Jersey acting governor Richard Codey dies at 79

Former New Jersey acting governor Richard Codey dies at 79

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Erich von Däniken, Swiss writer who spawned alien archaeology, dies at 90

Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78

Veteran actor T.K. Carter, known for ‘The Thing’ and ‘Punky Brewster,’ dies at 69

Jack McGregor, state senator who founded Penguins, dies at 91Video

Glenn Hall, whose NHL goalie starts streak may never be broken, dies at age 94

Joseph McGettigan, prosecutor in Jerry Sandusky and John du Pont cases, dies at 76

CIA turncoat Aldrich Ames, who sold U.S. secrets to the Soviets, dies in prison at 84

Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan, dies at 80